Youth Leader - Extended Learning - KK in San Diego, California at Harmonium Inc.

POSITION SUMMARY

Youth Program Leaders support children directly in the Klassic Kids Extended Learning Program. They provide homework

assistance, lead arts and crafts activities, and use strength-based behavior strategies to promote positive behavior and

social-emotional growth.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

RESPONSIBILITIES

● Facilitate individual and group activities that support child engagement and development.

● Attend all scheduled meetings, trainings, and agency functions.

● Assist the Site Director in creating activities aligned with Klassic Kids standards.

● Keep the program space clutter-free and complete janitorial tasks as needed.

● Maintain a clean, orderly designated school area and ensure the safety, security, and well-being of all

students.

● Oversee day-to-day activities while maintaining required ratios.

JOB COMPLEXITY

● Maintain visual and auditory supervision while supporting daily operations and required ratios.

● Apply appropriate disciplinary strategies and notify the Site Director when needed.

● Promote positive behavior and communicate concerns to the Site Director.

● Assist students with academic homework.

● Develop and implement clubs, activities, and curriculum that support program goals.

● Carry out responsibilities according to guidance from the immediate supervisor.

● Work effectively across all program service areas for Agency wide effective communication and

operations

● Under HR’s direction will participate in preparing and reviewing in any legal related matters

STAFF SUPERVISION

● No supervisory responsibilities except occasional project-based work.

COMMUNICATION

● Maintain strong, professional relationships with the school site, parents, children, and Harmonium staff.

● Provide specific, consistent communication with parents regarding their child each day.

AGENCY LEADERSHIP

● Adhere to policies determined by agency leadership; while not responsible for service development, may

provide input on policies, procedures, or potential improvements.

DECISION MAKING

● Ensure judgments and decisions follow Harmonium and program policies, contracts, and guidelines.

MINIMUM COMPETENCIES

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

● Must be 18 years of age

● Must have 48 completed college units OR pass the District’s Classroom Assistant Proficiency Exam (a

basic math and literacy exam)

● Must have a minimum of 6 months of experience (paid or unpaid) in any of the following settings: an

after-school program, group child care setting, or babysitting elementary-aged children.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITY

● Demonstrated ability in sports, special interests, hobbies, and/or arts & crafts

● Ability to relate well to children and adults

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS UPON HIRE

● Valid CPR and First Aid certification

● Valid TB results (required every 4 years)

● Must receive Fingerprint Clearance (paid by Harmonium)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

● Ability to actively supervise and roam designated areas at all times to ensure a direct line of sight of all

students, including but not limited to:

○ Standing, walking, and moving for extended periods of time throughout the shift

● In the case of elopement, or a student leaving their designated area, the ability to promptly follow and

safely return the student to their designated area

● Ability to operate a vehicle

● High energy needed with the ability to balance multiple high-stress tasks

● Ability to work in a noisy and outdoor environment

● Ability to travel throughout the county with the flexibility required to meet job duties

● Frequent repetitive hand use and simple grasping, i.e., desk and computer functions

● Ability to sit for prolonged periods

● Ability to lift and carry up to twenty pounds

● Ability to operate a computer

● Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Harmonium is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We seek

to cultivate a work environment that encourages fairness, teamwork, and respect among all employees/interns. We are

committed to maintaining an atmosphere in which people of diverse backgrounds and lifestyles may grow personally

and professionally.

DISCLAIMER NOTICE: This Job Description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed

by the employee in this position. It is not intended to be an all inclusive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills

required of a person in this position. This job description is subject to change at any time.